Israeli strike on Gaza hospital kills surgeon, injures dozens
The Guardian reported that an Israeli airstrike on Nasser hospital in Khan Younis killed six people, including a surgeon and a disabled man, and wounded…
The Guardian reported that an Israeli airstrike on Nasser hospital in Khan Younis killed six people, including a surgeon and a disabled man, and wounded more than 20 others. The Palestinian news agency said the victims were among patients awaiting surgery at one of the few remaining medical facilities in the strip. The Israeli military said it had struck a Hamas commander and other fighters in the hospital, but offered no evidence for the claim. Doctors on the ground said the attack killed patients waiting for operations. The strike took place early on Thursday.
Why it matters
The incident shows how attacks on health facilities can worsen the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Key details
- Location
- Israel · Middle East
- Reported by
- The Guardian
- First reported
- Key names
- Israeli, Nasser, Gaza, Palestinian
- Section
- World
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